Property Solicitor in Otley

Eventus Legal is pleased to be partnering with a well established and forward thinking law firm in Otley, West Yorkshire, as they look to appoint an experienced Residential Conveyancer to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified solicitor with a minimum of 3 years’ PQE in residential conveyancing who is seeking to take the next step in their career. The role offers the chance to build upon an existing caseload within a long standing and respected firm that combines traditional values with a modern, progressive approach.

In return, the successful candidate will receive a competitive salary of up to £45,000, dependent on experience, together with an attractive and comprehensive benefits package. This includes hybrid and flexible working arrangements, a pension contribution scheme, and a realistic and achievable bonus structure. Employees also benefit from 25 days’ annual leave, plus 8 statutory bank holidays, and an additional week long Christmas closure (equating to a further 3–4 days of leave). Dependant leave is available where required, and the firm encourages a positive team culture through regular staff social events.

• Take ownership of the end-to-end process for equity transfers, including the preparation, review, and verification of all relevant documentation.
• Ensure all transfers comply with legal and regulatory requirements, providing clients with accurate and timely guidance.
• Apply a strong working knowledge of both restrictive and positive covenants.
• Advise clients on the practical and legal implications of these covenants, ensuring compliance while proactively identifying potential risks or opportunities.
• Handle matters related to easements, rights of way, and other property interests.
• Draft, negotiate, and finalise agreements with precision, ensuring that terms are legally sound and aligned with client objectives.
• Efficiently manage all post completion activities, including registration, documentation updates, and client communications.
• Maintain meticulous attention to detail to ensure processes are completed accurately, on time, and in line with best practice standards.

• Qualified Solicitor with residential property experience (at least 3 years PQE).
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Confident in a client facing role, providing clear, professional, and approachable advice.
• Comfortable interacting with a diverse range of clients, agents, and third parties from the local community and wider area.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional, personable, and committed to delivering high levels of client care.

• Salary up to £45,000 DOE.
• Pension Contribution.
• Bonus Scheme.
• Flexible Working.
• Dependant leave.
• 25 Days holiday + 8 Bank holidays.
• Christmas closure for a week which is an additional 3 to 4 days holiday.
• Regular staff social events.

About the company: Our client provides a personal service through a team of fully qualified and experienced solicitors specialising in their respective fields. The firm has a long standing client base that values the benefits of high quality service offered at a reasonable price, while many newer clients join through personal recommendations. Over eighty percent of new instructions come from existing clients or referrals, reflecting the firm’s reputation for excellence. The firm’s aim is to deliver the highest standards of personal service, tailored to each client’s needs, in a cost-effective manner. This is achieved by its professionally qualified, approachable team of lawyers and support staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.